Small Business Blog

In times like these, there are no clear or easy answers. Now more than ever, it is important to tap into the inner drive and unique skills that drew us into the world of business ownership. Here are some guidelines to use as a gut check.

Small business owners across the nation are feeling the effects of the current situation in ways that few could have predicted even a week ago. We know there are many places to go for information to help you navigate this time. To help the small business community find the information they need at this time, we have assembled the following resource links to help guide that journey.

In the small business world, it can be difficult to hire full-time staff specialists for different segments of your company, which is why outsourcing has become more and more common versus DIY.
With outsourcing, you get the benefits of tapping into an expert without incurring the overhead of hiring them full time. Below are four common areas for outsourcing, allowing you to focus on what you do best.

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re celebrating the incredible achievements of women small business owners in the entrepreneurial world. We sat down with three female entrepreneurs who participated in The UPS Store annual small business contest over the last couple of years. Keep reading to get inspired and hear from these impressive women and what it takes to run a small business.

As a small business owner, you are likely to run into new challenges daily. After establishing a customer base, you need to work to keep them happy. Once you have consumer loyalty, it is time to expand your reach. If your company corners a portion of the market, it is time to look for another to conquer. A strong familiarity with current market knowledge is a great way to maintain an advantage in your industry.

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